"On October 27, 1864, two marvels of the Civil War collided on the Roanoke River. The first, Confederate ironclad Albemarle. The second, William B. Cushing, who had been selected to lead a virtual suicide mission to destroy the ironclad. This chronicle of the young officer's victory over the ironclad presents a tale of courage and accomplishment"--Provided by publisher.

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